Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy and Regulations
It is the policy of Harper College to provide a drug and alcohol free environment and work place as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1994.
Harper College prohibits the unlawful possession, use, distribution, dispensing and manufacture of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on its property or as part of any College activity.
Students who violate this policy will be governed by the College's Student Conduct Code and subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension, expulsion and referral for prosecution. Employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with their appropriate employee group regulations up to and including suspension, termination of employment and referral for prosecution.
Students, employees and visitors are subject to local, state and federal laws. Criminal penalties for such violations may include assigned community service, fines and imprisonment.
In addition, property used in connection with illegal drugs may be confiscated, Federal student loans, grants and contracts may be denied, and driving privileges may be revoked.
In addition, all employees directly engaged in performance of work pursuant to the provisions of a federal grant or federal contract in excess of $25,000 and students who are Pell Grant recipients must notify the College within five days of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring on or off College premises while conducting College business or activities. The College shall, within 10 days of receiving such notice, inform the federal agency providing the grant of such conviction.
Within 30 days following such notification of conviction, appropriate disciplinary action shall be taken against such employee or student and/or the employee or student may be required, at his or her own expense, to participate satisfactorily in a substance abuse assistance or rehabilitation program. With the intent to provide a drug and alcohol free educational and work environment, Harper College is committed to providing proactive drug and alcohol abuse prevention programs, confidential counseling, intervention and referral for its students and employees. An Employee Assistance Program is available for employees and their immediate family members.
Harper College shall conduct a biennial review of the drug and alcohol abuse programs to determine their effectiveness and implement appropriate changes.
Federal and State Legal Sanctions for the Unlawful Possession or Distribution of Illicit Drugs and Alcohol
Federal Drug Laws
The possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs, including any form of marijuana or cannabis, is prohibited by federal law. As per the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act, the Drug Free Schools and Campuses Act, until otherwise classified or scheduled, all forms of marijuana use, including use of medicinal marijuana, are to be considered illegal on all campus property, and during all official college sponsored events and activities. Strict penalties are enforced for drug convictions, including mandatory prison terms for many offenses. The following information, although not complete, is an overview of federal penalties for first and second convictions.
Federal Drug Trafficking Penalties (21 USC 841)
Penalties for federal drug trafficking convictions vary according to the quantity of the controlled substance involved in the transaction. The following list is a sample of the range and severity of federal penalties imposed for first and second convictions.
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Federal Trafficking Penalties |
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Controlled Substances Act Schedule |
Drug |
Quantity |
1st Offense |
2nd Offense |
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Schedule I and Schedule II |
Methamphetamine |
5 gm or more pure, or 50 gm or more mixture or substance |
Not less than 5 years. Not more than 40 years.
If death or serious injury, not less than 20 years or more than life
Fine of not more than $5 million individual, $25 million other than individual
Supervised release at least 4 years |
Not less than 10 years. Not more than life.
If death or serious injury, life imprisonment
Fine of not more than $8 million individual, $50 million other than individual
Supervised release at least 8 years |
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Heroin |
100 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Cocaine, Coca Leaves, Ecgonine |
500 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Cocaine Base |
28 gm or more mixture or substance |
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PCP |
10 gm or more pure, or 100 gm or more mixture or substance |
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LSD |
1 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Fentanyl |
40 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Fentanyl Analogue |
10 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Methamphetamine |
50 gm or more pure, or 500 gm or more mixture or substance |
Not less than 10 years. Not more than life.
If death or serious injury, not less than 20 years or more than life
Fine of not more than $10 million individual, $50 million other than individual
Supervised release at least 5 years |
Not less than 15 years. Not more than life.
If death or serious injury, life imprisonment
Fine of not more than $20 million individual, $75 million other than individual
Supervised release at least 10 years |
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Heroin |
1 kg or more mixture or substance |
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Cocaine, Coca Leaves, Ecgonine |
5 kg or more mixture or substance |
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Cocaine Base |
280 gm or more mixture or substance |
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PCP |
100 gm or more pure, or 1 kg or more mixture or substance |
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LSD |
10 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Fentanyl |
400 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Fentanyl Analogue |
100 gm or more mixture or substance |
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Federal Trafficking Penalties (continued) |
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Controlled Substances Act Schedule |
Drug |
Quantity |
1st Offense |
2nd Offense |
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Schedule I and II |
Any quantity of other substances included in Schedules I and II; any quantity of gamma hydroxybutyric acid; or 1 gm of flunitrazepam. |
Any
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--Not more than 20 years --If death or serious injury, not less than 20 years, not more than life --Fine $1 million individual, $5 million not individual --Supervised release at least 3 years |
--Not more than 30 years --If death or serious injury, life --Fine $2 million individual, $10 million not individual --Supervised release at least 6 years |
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Schedule III |
All (included in Schedule III are anabolic steroids, codeine with aspirin or Tylenol®, and some barbiturates) |
Any |
--Not more than 10 years --If death or serious injury, not more than 15 years --Fine not more than $500,000 individual, $2.5 million not individual --Supervised release at least 2 years |
--Not more than 20 years --If death or serious injury, not more than 30 years --Fine not more than $1 million individual, $5 million not individual --Supervised release at least 4 years |
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Schedule IV |
All (included in Schedule IV are Darvon®, Talwin®, Equanil®, Valium®, and Xanax®) |
Any |
--Not more than 5 years --Fine not more than $250,000 individual, $1 million not individual --Supervised release at least 1 year |
--Not more than 10 years --Fine not more than $500,000 individual, $2 million not individual --Supervised release at least 2 years |
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Schedule V |
All (over-the-counter cough medicines with codeine are classified in Schedule V) |
Any |
--Not more than 1 year --Fine not more than $100,000 individual, $250,000 not individual |
--Not more than 4 years --Fine not more than $200,000 individual, $500,000 not individual --Supervised release not more than 1 year |
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Description |
Quantity |
1st Offense |
2nd Offense |
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Marijuana |
1,000 kg or more mixture or substance, or 1,000 or more plants |
--Not less than 10 years, not more than life --If death or serious injury, not less than 20 years, not more than life --Fine not more than $10 million individual, $50 million other than individual --Supervised release at least 5 years |
--Not less than 20 years, not more than life (life imprisonment if 3rd offense) --If death or serious injury, life imprisonment ---Fine not more than $20 million individual, $75 million other than individual --Supervised release at least 10 years |
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Marijuana |
100 kg or more mixture or substance, or 100 or more plants |
--Not less than 5 years, not more than 40 years --If death or serious injury, not less than 20 years, not more than life --Fine not more than $5 million individual, $25 million other than individual --Supervised release at least 4 years |
--Not less than 10 years, not more than life --If death or serious injury, life imprisonment ---Fine not more than $8 million individual, $50 million other than individual --Supervised release at least 8 years |
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Marijuana, Hashish, Hashish oil |
Less than 50 kg marijuana, 10 kg hashish, or 1 kg hashish oil; 1-49 plants** |
--Not more than 5 years --Fine not more than $250,000 individual, $1 million other than individual --Supervised release 2 years |
--Not more than 10 years --Fine $500,000 individual, $2 million other than individual --Supervised release 4 years |
The Controlled Substances Act (1970) places all substances regulated under federal law into one of five schedules based on the substance's medical use, potential for abuse, and safety or dependence liability.
Additional Federal Possession and Trafficking Sanctions
21 USC 844(a) Federal Drug Possession Penalties
Persons convicted on Federal charges of possessing any controlled substance face penalties of up to:
• 1st conviction: Up to 1 year imprisonment and/or fined at least $1,000
**Distributing a small amount of marijuana for no remuneration is treated as simple possession.
• After 1 prior drug conviction: At least 15 days in prison, not to exceed 2 years, and fined at least $2,500.
• After 2 or more prior drug convictions: At least 90 days in prison, not to exceed 3 years, and fined at least $5,000.
21 U.S.C. 853(a)(2) and 881(a)(7) - Forfeiture of Personal Property and Real Estate
Forfeiture of personal and real property used to possess or facilitate possession of a controlled substance if that offense is punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment (see special sentencing provisions re: crack). A warrant of seizure is issued and property is seized at the time an individual is arrested on charges that may result in forfeiture.
21 U.S.C. 881(a)(4) - Additional Property Subject to Forfeiture
Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, aircraft, or any conveyance used to transport, or to facilitate the transportation, sale, possession, or concealment of, a controlled substance
21 U.S.C. 862(a) - Denial of Federal Benefits to Drug Traffickers and Possessors
Denial of federal benefits such as student loans, grants, contracts, and professional and commercial licenses, up to 1 year for the first offense involving possession (5 years for the first offense involving trafficking) and up to 5 years for the second or subsequent offense involving possession (10 years for the second offense involving trafficking and permanently upon the third such offense).
20 U.S.C. 1091 -- Denial of Federal Aid
Under the Higher Education Act of 1998, students convicted under federal or state law for the sale or possession of drugs will have their federal financial aid eligibility suspended. This includes all federal grants, loans, federal work study programs, and more. Students convicted of drug possession will be ineligible for one year from the date of the conviction of the first offense, two years for the second offense, and indefinitely for the third offense. Students convicted of selling drugs will be ineligible for two years from the date of the first conviction, and indefinitely for the second offense. Those who lose eligibility can regain eligibility by successfully completing an approved drug rehabilitation program.
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If convicted of an offense involving: |
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The possession of a controlled substance: |
Ineligibility period is: |
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First offense |
1 year |
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Second offense |
2 years |
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Third offense |
Indefinite. |
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The sale of a controlled substance: |
Ineligibility period is: |
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First offense |
2 years |
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Second offense |
Indefinite. |
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/20/1091 Retrieved on 01/06/2020.
Miscellaneous: Revocation of certain federal licenses and benefits, e.g., pilot licenses, public housing tenancy, etc., are vested within the authorities of individual federal agencies.
Note: These are only federal penalties and sanctions, and may not reflect all possible sanctions. Additionally, further state penalties and sanctions may apply
State of Illinois Drug laws
Illinois Statutory Provisions and Penalties for Possession of a Controlled Substance
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance containing Heroin |
15 - <100gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class 1 |
6-30 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class 1 |
8-40 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class 1 |
10-50 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing Cocaine |
15 - <100gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class 1 |
6-30 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class 1 |
8-40 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class 1 |
10-50 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing Morphine |
15 - <100gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class 1 |
6-30 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class 1 |
8-40 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class 1 |
10-50 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing PEYOTE |
200+gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any substance containing a derivative of BARBITURIC ACID |
200+gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any substance containing AMPHETAMINE |
200+gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
Illinois Statutory Provisions and Penalties for Possession of a controlled Substance (cont.)
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance containing LSD |
15 - <100gm or 15-199 objects/parts |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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100 - <400gm or 200-599 objects/parts |
Class 1 |
6-30 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm or 600-1,499 objects/parts |
Class 1 |
8-40 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm or 1,500+ objects/parts |
Class 1 |
10-50 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing Methamphetamine |
<5gm |
Class 3 |
2-5 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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5 - <15gm |
Class 2 |
3-7 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $100,000 |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
8-40 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
10-50 years |
Up to $300,000 |
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Any substance containing PENTAZOCINE, KETAMINE, METHAQUALONE, or PCP |
30+ gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any other substance classified in Schedule I or II as a narcotic drug |
200+ gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any controlled substance other than METHAMPHETAMINE and ANABOLIC STEROID |
Any other amount |
Class 4 |
1-3 years |
Up to $25,000 |
Illinois Penalties for Possession of Marijuana (includes Cannabis Flower)
as of January 1, 2020
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Amount |
Classification |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Up to 10 gm* |
Civil Violation-for individuals under 21 |
N/A |
$100-200 |
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>10.0-30.0 gm* |
Class B Misdemeanor-for individuals under 21 |
Less than 6 months |
Up to $1,500 |
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>30.0-100.0 gm |
Class A Misdemeanor |
Less than 1 year |
Up to $2,500 |
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Class 4 Felony for 2nd and subsequent offenses |
1-3 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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>100.0-500.0 gm |
Class 4 Felony |
1-3 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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Class 3 Felony for 2nd and subsequent offenses |
2-5 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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>500.0-2,000.0 gm |
Class 3 Felony |
2-5 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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>2,000.0-5,000.0 gm |
Class 2 Felony |
3-7 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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>5,000.0 gm |
Class 1 Felony |
4-15 years |
Up to $25,000 |
*Individuals 21 years of age and older may legally possess up to 30.0 gm of marijuana in the State of Illinois. Possession of marijuana by persons under 21 years of age is unlawful regardless of the amount. In addition, the lawful possession limit for marijuana included in this table applies to Illinois residents only. The lawful possession limit for nonresidents of Illinois who are 21 years of age or older is 15.0 grams, and possession in excess of 15.0 grams is subject to criminal penalties, including potentially fines and/or imprisonment.
Illinois Trafficking Penalties-Controlled Substances*
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance containing HEROIN or analog thereof |
1 - <15gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing FENTANYL or an analog thereof |
1 - <15gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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(Any amount of FENTANYL combined with another controlled substance) |
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+3 years to the prison term. |
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Illinois Trafficking Penalties-Controlled Substances (continued)
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance containing COCAINE or analog thereof |
1 - <15gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing MORPHINE or analog thereof |
10 - <15gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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Any substance containing PEYOTE or analog thereof |
50 - <200gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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200+ gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any substance containing a BARBITURIC ACID or analog thereof |
50 - <200gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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200+ gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any substance containing AMPHETAMINE or analog thereof |
50 - <200gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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200+ gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any substance containing LSD or analog thereof |
5 - <15gm or >10 but <15 objects/parts |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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15 - <100gm or 15-199 objects/parts |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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100 - <400gm or 200-599 objects/parts |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm or 600-1,499 objects/parts |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm or 1,500+ objects/parts |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to greater of $500,000 or full street value |
Illinois Trafficking Penalties-Controlled Substances (continued)
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance containing METHAMPHETAMINE- DELIVERY OR POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER |
<5gm |
Class 2 |
3-7 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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5 - <15gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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15 - <100gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to greater of $100,000 or full street value |
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100 - <400gm |
Class X |
9-40 years |
Up to greater of $200,000 or full street value |
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400 - <900gm |
Class X |
12-50 years |
Up to greater of $300,000 or full street value |
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900+ gm |
Class X |
15-60 years |
Up to greater of $400,000 or full street value |
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Manufacture of methamphetamine is subject to harsher penalties as set forth in 720 ILCS 646/15(a) (2018). |
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Any substance containing PENTAZOCINE, KETAMINE, METHAQUALONE, or PCP or analog thereof |
10 - <30gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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30+gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any substance containing HYDROCODONE, DIHYDROCODEINONE, DIHYDROCODEINE, or OXYCODONE or analog thereof |
50 - <100gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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100+gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any amount not listed above |
Class 2 |
3-7 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any other substance or analog classified in Schedules I or II, but not listed above |
50 - <200gm |
Class 1 |
4-15 years |
Up to $250,000 |
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200+gm |
Class X |
6-30 years |
Up to $500,000 |
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Any other substance or analog classified in Schedules I or II that is a narcotic drug or contains LSD, AMPHETAMINE, FENTANYL, or BZP |
Any amount not listed above |
Class 2 |
3-7 years |
Up to $200,000 |
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Any other substance or analog classified in Schedules I or II that is not METHAMPHETAMINE |
Any amount not listed above |
Class 3 |
2-5 years |
Up to $150,000 |
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Any substance classified in Schedule III |
Any amount not listed above |
Class 3 |
2-5 years |
Up to $125,000 |
Illinois Trafficking Penalties-Controlled Substances (continued)
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Drug |
Amount |
Felony Status |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Any substance classified in Schedule IV |
Any amount not listed above |
Class 3 |
2-5 years |
Up to $100,000 |
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Any substance classified in Schedule IV |
Any amount not listed above |
Class 3 |
2-5 years |
Up to $75,000 |
Schedules I-V may be found in 720 ILCS §§ 570/204, 570/206, 570/208, and 570/212 (2018).
Illinois Penalties for Marijuana Trafficking (includes Cannabis Flower)
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Amount |
Classification |
Prison Term |
Fine |
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Up to 2.5 gm |
Class B Misdemeanor |
Up to 6 months |
Up to $1,500 |
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>2.5-10.0 gm |
Class A Misdemeanor |
Less than 1 Year |
Up to $2,500 |
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>10.0-30.0 gm |
Class 4 Felony |
1-3 years |
Up to $25,000 |
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>30.0-500.0 gm |
Class 3 Felony |
2-5 years |
Up to $50,000 |
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>500.0-2,000.0 gm |
Class 2 Felony |
3-7 years |
Up to $100,000 |
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>2,000.0-5,000.0 gm |
Class 1 Felony |
4-15 years |
Up to $150,000 |
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>5,000.0 gm |
Class X Felony |
6-30 years |
Up to $200,000 |
*As used in this table, "trafficking" means the manufacture of, delivery of, or possession with intent to deliver controlled substances or marijuana.
Illinois Sanctions for Driving Under the Influence (625 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/11-501)
Sanctions for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs may include suspension or revocation of driving privileges, community service, fines, and imprisonment.
Illinois Statutory Provisions for Violation of Alcohol Control Statutes (235 Illinois Complied Statutes 5/6-16)
Sanctions for violating the Illinois Alcohol Control Statutes may include suspension of driving privileges, fines, community service, and imprisonment for up to one year
Sources:
http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/fulltext.asp?DocName=072005500K5 Retrieved on 01/06/2020.
http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/marijuana-laws-and-penalties/illinois.htm Retrieved on 01/06/2020.
http://www.criminaldefenselawyer.com/resources/criminal-defense/drug-charges/possession-controlled-substance-illinois Retrieved on 01/06/2020.
https://commonsense.uchicago.edu/page/table-c-illinois-trafficking-penalties-controlled-substances Retrieved on 07/12/16.
Description of Health Risks Associated with the Use of Some
Illicit Drugs and Abuse of Alcohol
Classification: ALCOHOL
Drug Name: Ethanol
Common or Brand: Beer, Wine, Distilled Liquor
Physical Dependence: High
Potential Psychological: High
Acute Effects: Lowered Inhibitions, Impaired judgment, Loss of motor skills, Coordination, Slurred speech
Health Risks and Effects of Long-term Use: Hypertension, Liver damage, Cardiovascular disease, Toxic psychosis, Neurologic damage, Addiction with severe withdrawal
Overdose Effects: Coma, Possible death
Classification: STIMULANTS
Drug Name: Cocaine, Amphetamine
Common or Brand: Cocaine Desoxyn, Bennies, Adderall, Dexedrine
Physical Dependence: Possible
Potential Psychological: High
Acute Effects: Feeling of well-being, Excitation, Euphoria, Increased alertness, Increased blood pressure and pulse, Insomnia, Appetite loss
Health Risks and Effects of Long-term Use: Delusions, Hallucinations (Toxic Psychosis), Possible organ/tissue damage
Overdose Effects: Agitation, Temperature Increase, Hallucinations, Convulsions, Heart Attack, Stroke High blood pressure, Loss of consciousness, Seizures
Classification: STIMULANTS
Drug Name: Methylphenidate
Common or Brand: Ritalin
Physical Dependence: Possible
Potential Psychological: High
Acute Effects: Feeling
of well-being, Excitation, Euphoria, Increased alertness, Increased blood
pressure and pulse, Insomnia, Appetite loss
Health Risks and Effects
of Long-term Use: Delusions, Hallucinations (Toxic
Psychosis), Possible organ/tissue damage
Overdose Effects: Agitation,
Temperature Increase, Hallucinations, Convulsions, Heart Attack, Stroke High
blood pressure, Loss of consciousness, Seizures
Classification: STIMULANTS
Drug Name: Methylenedioxymethamphetamine
Common or Brand: Ecstasy,
MDMA
Physical Dependence: Low
Potential
Psychological: High
Acute Effects: Feeling
of well-being, Excitation, Euphoria, Increased alertness, Increased blood
pressure and pulse, Insomnia, Appetite loss
Health Risks and Effects
of Long-term Use: Delusions, Hallucinations (Toxic
Psychosis), Possible organ/tissue damage
Overdose Effects: Agitation,
Temperature Increase, Hallucinations, Convulsions, Heart Attack, Stroke High
blood pressure, Loss of consciousness, Seizures
Classification: CANNABIS
Drug Name: Marijuana, Hashish, Hash oil
Common or Brand: Grass, Pot, Weed Dope, Hash
Physical Dependence: Low
Potential Psychological: Moderate
Acute Effects: Tachycardia, Reddened eyes, Euphoria, Profound humor, Altered time/space perception, Short term memory loss, Increased appetite
Health Risks and Effects of Long-term Use: Cardiovascular Damage as with smoking tobacco
Overdose Effects: Insomnia, Hyperactivity, Panic attacks, Paranoia, Possible toxic reaction if treated with other chemicals
Classification: OPIOIDS
Drug Name: Heroin, Fentanyl, oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, morphine, pain relievers
Common or Brand: OxyContin, Vicodin, Opana, Kadian, Avinza
Physical Dependence: High
Potential Psychological: High
Acute Effects: Drowsiness,
confusion, nausea, constipation, euphoria, slowed breathing, relieve pain, and
relaxation.
Health Risks and Effects of Long-term Use: Decision making abilities, ability to regulate behavior and responses to stressful situations, addiction, withdrawal symptoms occur if use is reduced or stopped. These include restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, and cold flashes with goose bumps ("cold turkey").
Overdose Effects: Coma, Permanent brain damage and death.
Adapted from https://www.drugabuse.gov/ Retrieved on 7-19-16.
Resources
The following is a list of resources available to employees and students for drug and alcohol information and treatment options:
• Harper Wellness: Provides consultations on alcohol and other drug use. No judgment consultations are available with the Harper Wellness Manager for any questions you may have or issues you may be experiencing.
• Addiction Center: Free and confidential assistance (24/7) with drug and alcohol rehab treatment options, resources and information. https://www.addictioncenter.com/
• Al-Anon Family Groups: Al-Anon members and meetings are for people who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. You can find a meeting near you by visiting the Al-Anon website. https://al-anon.org/
• College Alcohol Intervention Matrix (AIM): CollegeAIM is a resource to help schools address harmful and underage student drinking. Developed with leading college alcohol researchers and staff, it is an easy-to-use and comprehensive tool to identify effective alcohol interventions. https://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/collegeaim/
• Collegiate Recovery Communities: Information and resources for college students in recovery. https://www.drugrehab.com/college/
• National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: NIAAA supports and conducts research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well-being. It is the largest funder of alcohol research in the world. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/
• Opioid Help: News, Information and resources about Opioids. https://www.opioidhelp.com/about-us/
• Palatine Club AA Meetings: Palatine meetings for Alcoholics Anonymous, Alanon, Alateen, and other twelve-step groups. https://palatineclub.org/
• Students in Recovery Guide: A guide to help assist students who are seeking alcohol and/or drug treatment and recovery during college. https://www.drugrehab.com/wp-content/themes/dr/pdf/students-in-recovery.pdf
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: SAMHSA is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA's mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities. https://www.samhsa.gov/
• Treatment Navigator: Alcohol treatment options. https://alcoholtreatment.niaaa.nih.gov/
Additional local resources:
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Kenneth Young Center (Elk Grove Village) |
847.524.8800 |
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Alexian Brothers - Northwest Mental Health Clinic (Hoffman Estates) |
847.952.7460 |
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Harper College Employee Assistance Program |
800.327.5071 |